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򐂰 Managing student registration and finance

򐂰 Managing LearningSpace feedback

Allow all training staff (including administrators and “behind the scenes”

personnel) to practice taking part in several LearningSpace classes with

experienced LearningSpace trainers - perhaps to study a new subject. Ask them

which roles they identify with. Encourage early planning of transition resources

(for example, time to convert existing presentations, or training for producers and

facilitators).

3.6 Step V: Assessing the effectiveness of e-Learning

There are four phases in e-Learning, as in any instructional interaction. Anything

less is not effective learning:

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Presenting information. The author of the lesson provides the student with

content and information or a foundation for achieving the instructional

objectives.

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Guiding the student in practice. Provides the interaction needed to assess

that the learner has understood the concepts, principles, and procedures

presented.

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Practicing by student. Moves information from short term to long term

memory and develops mastery of the content

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Assessing student learning. Was the instruction effective? What is the next

step for the learner?

Good learning programs include quality monitoring and development

mechanisms from the outset. This element is often overlooked.

Approach learning programs as you would any project:

򐂰 Ensure that objectives, benchmarks, deadlines, budget, and responsibilities

are all clearly defined and adhered to.

򐂰 Seek feedback at all levels. Use it.

򐂰 Encourage peer review among instructional designers and facilitators.

򐂰 Run pilot programs. Gather detailed feedback; make alterations to the

program if necessary. Re-test if necessary.

3.7 Further reading on these topics

See “Related publications” on page 293 for further reading on these topics.